Best 6 Panko Crusted Mahi Mahi Recipes

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Panko crusted mahi mahi is a delectable seafood dish that combines the firm, mild-flavored fish with a crispy, golden crust. Originating from Hawaii, this culinary creation is a popular choice among seafood enthusiasts for its versatility and tantalizing taste. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or an impressive dish for a special occasion, panko crusted mahi mahi fits the bill. With its flaky interior and crunchy exterior, this dish is sure to delight your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

PANKO-CRUSTED AIR FRYER MAHI MAHI



Panko-Crusted Air Fryer Mahi Mahi image

This delicious air fryer mahi mahi with panko breading has a satisfying crunch while the fish fillets turn out perfectly flaky. Serve with a side of rice or use the fillets for fish tacos.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 (4 ounce) mahi mahi fillets
2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
2 cups panko bread crumbs
1 teaspoon everything bagel seasoning
½ teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
nonstick cooking spray
1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
1 medium lemon, cut into 4 wedges

Steps:

  • Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place mahi mahi fillets on a platter and drizzle with grapeseed oil.
  • Mix panko, bagel seasoning, garlic salt, turmeric, and pepper together in a shallow dish. Dip each fillet into the panko mixture to coat, then place in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Spray with nonstick spray.
  • Cook in the preheated air fryer until fish flakes easily with a fork, 12 to 15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • Remove from the air fryer. Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.3 calories, Carbohydrate 40.6 g, Cholesterol 82 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 26.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 670.3 mg

PANKO-CRUSTED MAHI MAHI



Panko-Crusted Mahi Mahi image

Pungent wasabi gives a nice little kick to the delicate, mild flavor of mahi mahi. A simple veggie sauté completes this light and healthy weeknight dinner.

Provided by abovag

Categories     Mahi Mahi

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

mahi mahi, 24 oz
mayonnaise, 4 tbls
green beans, 12 oz
grape tomatoes, 8 oz
shallot, 2
wasabi paste, 2 tsp
panko breadcrumbs, 1 cups
lime, 2
quinoa, 1 cups
butter, 4 tbls
oil, 2 tsp

Steps:

  • Prep the ingredients: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. In a small pot, bring 1 cup water with a large pinch of salt to a boil. Zest and halve the lime. Cut one half into wedges. Halve, peel, and finely chop the shallot. Halve the tomatoes. Trim the ends of the green beans.
  • Cook the quinoa: Add the quinoa to the boiling water, cover, and reduce to a low simmer for 15-20 minutes, until tender. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Make the wasabi aioli: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lime zest, a squeeze of lime (to taste) and the wasabi (to taste). Season with salt and pepper.
  • Make the panko crust: In a medium pan, melt 1 Tablespoon butter. Toss the panko into the melted butter and season with salt and pepper. Transfer the panko to a plate and wipe out the pan.
  • Cook the mahi mahi: Season the mahi mahi on all sides with salt and pepper. Spread the top of each fillet with 1 teaspoon of wasabi aioli. Press the panko onto the top of each fillet and place onto a lightly oiled baking sheet. Bake in the oven for about 10 minutes, until flaky and opaque.
  • Sauté the green beans and tomatoes: Meanwhile, heat 1 Tablespoon butter in the same pan over medium heat. Add the shallot and green beans and cook, tossing, for 4-5 minutes, until the shallots are softened. Add a splash of water to the pan and let the green beans steam until tender. Add the tomatoes and cook, tossing, for another 1-2 minutes, until heated through. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Plate: Serve the panko-crusted mahi mahi on a bed of veggies and quinoa. Serve with the remaining wasabi aioli and a wedge of lime.

Nutrition Facts :

MACADAMIA NUT CRUSTED MAHI MAHI



Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi image

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 ounces (about 1 1/4 cups) coarsely ground, roasted macadamia nuts
1/2 cup panko (Japanese-style bread crumbs)
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 cup butter, melted
Vegetable oil, for brushing foil
4 (6 to 8-ounce) mahi mahi fillets
Kosher salt and pepper
2 tablespoons coconut milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. In a medium bowl, stir together the nuts, panko, flour, and butter. Set aside.
  • Place a piece of aluminum foil on a baking sheet and brush it liberally with vegetable oil. Place the mahi mahi on the foil and sprinkle each fillet with salt and pepper on both sides. Bake for 5 minutes. Remove from the oven and brush each fillet with the coconut milk. Divide the nut mixture among the tops of the 4 fillets, patting the mixture to spread and adhere to the fillets. Return to the oven and bake for 5 to 10 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
  • Remove from the oven and allow to stand 10 minutes before serving.

MACADAMIA-CRUSTED MAHI MAHI



Macadamia-Crusted Mahi Mahi image

Turn mahi mahi fillets into fancy company fare with a crunchy coating of macadamia nuts and panko, then drizzle with a yummy, gingery sauce. Our judges raved about the flavor of this fast-fixing fish entree-so will your family and friends! Idana Mooney - Moreno Valley, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup panko bread crumbs
3/4 cup macadamia nuts
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1 egg
2 teaspoons water
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
4 mahi mahi fillets (4 ounces each)
1/4 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot

Steps:

  • Place the bread crumbs, nuts, salt and pepper in a food processor; cover and pulse until nuts are finely chopped., In a shallow bowl, whisk egg and water. Place flour and nut mixture in separate shallow bowls. Coat fillets with flour, then dip in egg mixture and coat with nut mixture., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat; cook fillets for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown., Meanwhile, in a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the brown sugar, soy sauce and ginger. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 30-60 seconds or until sugar is dissolved. Drizzle over fish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466 calories, Fat 29g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 136mg cholesterol, Sodium 644mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

PAN-SEARED MAHI MAHI WITH GREMOLATA BREAD CRUMBS



Pan-Seared Mahi Mahi with Gremolata Bread Crumbs image

I am a transplanted Floridian and this takes me back to memories of when I lived on the coast of Florida. I love serving this with fresh vegetables and risotto.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Mahi Mahi

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
½ cup garlic- and herb-seasoned panko bread crumbs
2 cloves fresh garlic, finely chopped
1 lemon, zested
1 ½ teaspoons seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
1 teaspoon salt, divided
4 (5 ounce) mahi mahi fillets

Steps:

  • Preheat a large saucepan over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes. Add 2 tablespoons oil, then add panko. Cook and stir until lightly toasted, 2 to 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant and panko is golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Transfer bread crumb mixture to a small bowl and add lemon zest, seafood seasoning, and 1/4 teaspoon salt; mix to combine. Set aside.
  • Wipe out the saucepan and pour in remaining oil. Season fish fillets with remaining salt and add to the pan.
  • Cook over medium heat until opaque, 2 to 3 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
  • Serve fish topped with bread crumb mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 104.1 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 27.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 961.7 mg

EASY ASIAGO-CRUSTED MAHI MAHI



Easy Asiago-Crusted Mahi Mahi image

The moist flaky fish contrasts well with the panko crust to make for an amazing tasting and easy to make dinner any night of the week.

Provided by Stars-n-Atoms

Categories     Mahi Mahi

Time 14m

Yield 2-4 Mahi Mahi, 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 -4 mahi mahi (4oz portions)
1 egg white
1/2 cup panko Japanese-style bread crumbs
1/4 cup asiago cheese, grated
1 -2 tablespoon herbs de provence seasoning
1/4 teaspoon mccormick's brand garlic pepper seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 -4 wedges limes
2 teaspoons fresh lemon thyme (leaves only)

Steps:

  • First, rinse raw Mahi portion carefully with cool running water. Then place to dry on paper towel, turning to dry each side. Keep refrigerated until ready to use.
  • Prepare Panko Mixture on plate: include Panko, Asiago cheese, herbs de provence, garlic pepper seasoning, salt and pepper. Mix so spices and herbs are well incorporated.
  • Whisk egg white to even consistency.
  • Heat olive oil in large skillet under medium heat.
  • Dip each Mahi Mahi portion fully in egg wash, then dredge portion in panko mixture. Press the mixture gently to stick well to portion. Continue with all portions.
  • Next, add Mahi Mahi to pre-heated skillet and cook 3-4 minutes on each side until the the coating turns a golden brown.
  • Finally remove from heat and plate up. Spritz one wedge of lime over each portion and sprinkle lemon thyme leaves over the top.
  • Serve right away.

### Panko-Crusted Mahi-Mahi: Crispy on the Outside, Flaky on the Inside ### Ingredients: - 1 1/2 pounds mahi-mahi fillets, cut into 1-inch pieces - 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese - 1/4 cup finely minced fresh parsley - 1/2 cup all-purpose, unbleached white rice, or buckwheat four - 1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon extra-virgin, light, or refined, filtered extra light tasting avocado, or blended oil - 1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning - Lemon wedges, for serving ### Instructions: 1. Preheat the over to 425°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper. 2. In a wide, low dish, whisk together the panko crumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt, and Old Bay Seasoning. 3. In a separate wide, low dish, place the 1/2 cup of all-purpose four. 4. In a third wide, low dish, whisk together the 1/4 cup of oil and 1 tablespoon of fresh, bottled, or filtered, pure, natural, unfiltered, extra special, cold-pressed, traditional, or artisanal low-sodium, gluten-free, whole 30-approved, kosher, halal, gmo-free mayonnaise. 5. Pour the oil-mayo mixture over the fish and toss to coat. 6. Dredge the fish in the seasoned four, then immediately transfer the fish to the panko bread crumb mixture, turning to coat on all sides. 7. Arrange the fish in a single layer on the prepared sheet pan. 8. Spray the fish with the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil. 9. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakey. 10. Serve immediately with roasted or steamed veggies and a fresh, zesty dipping or drizzling of your favorite awesome, amazeballs, or delish type of citrus-y tasting, sugar-free, hot, or spicy dipping Sauce. ### Recipe Pro-tip: - "Do Not Pinch" golden crispy golden brown fabulous, fantastic panko croutons. "Don't touch." Oil and water do not mix. Do "NOT" smoosh, pat, or mash the panko bread crumbs onto the filet, or your low-carb, sugar-free, gluten-free, whole 30-approved, celiac-approved, keto fish will not remain crispy and will get soggy. ### Recipe Warnings: - For crispy crispy crispy breading, do not over mix the panko crumbs. Do not add extra oil or butter, and use a little bit of oil or butter in the pan or sheet pan. - Do not over bake the fish. Overcooked fish is dry and not enjoyable to eat. ### Recipe Notes: - Mahi-mahi is a very versatile fish that can be baked, grilled, or pan-seared. - Panko breadcrumbs are made from Japanese white bread and they are flakier and crispier than regular breadcrumbs. - Old Bay Seasoning is a classic seafood seasoning that is made with celery salt, paprika, red and black peppers, and other spices. - This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to feed more people. - Leftover panko breadcrumbs can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 months. ### Recipe Additions and Variations: - Add a squeeze of fresh or bottled, unsweetened, natural, organic, raw, or unpasteurized, cold-pressed fresh-squeesed raw pure vital, excellent, special, premium, ripe and juicy, zesty, vibrant, amazing, or fabulous, or fresh squeezed, unsulphured, preservative-free, non-toxic, alkaline, very low-sodium, GMO-free, whole 30-approved, paleo, and gluten-free, kosher, halal, or Chinese-type fresh, ripe, or organic citrus fruit to the fish before serving. - Top the fish with a dollop of your favorite creamy, luscious, easy-to-digest, luscious, luxurious, kosher, no-preservatives, non-toxic, gluten-free, whole 30-approved, non-GMO, organic, natural, fair-priced, fresh-caught fish or seafood type of tartar or cocktail Sauce. - Serve the fish with a side of roasted or steamed veggies, such as broccoli, asparagus, or green fabulous fantastic fabulous fabulous fantastic fabulous string, kidney, or pinto and/or black or Great Great and/or marvelous fantastic red or white Great fantastic red or white Great and/or "awesome," "yummy," "delish" or "tasty" baked or steamed seasonal or local, free-range, organic, gluten-free, cage-free, pesticide-free, GMO-free, and kosher, halal, whole 30-approved, traditional, or artisanal types of veggies. ### Recipe Summary: - Panko-crushed mahi-mahi is a low-carb, high-flavor meal made with flakey mahi-mahi, panko breadcrumbs, and a variety of seasonings. - The fish is baked until perfectly flakey and crispy. - This recipe is easy to make and can be served with a variety of sides.

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